The Earth and Its Atmosphere by D. R. Bates [ED] ➤ Basic Books, Inc. 1957 First Printing

The Earth and Its Atmosphere by D. R. Bates ➤ Basic Books, Inc. 1957 First Printing

Title: The Earth and Its Atmosphere

Author: D. R. Bates [ED]

Format: Hardcover with Jacket

Publisher: Basic Books, Inc., New York, 1957

Edition: First Printing

LCCN: 57-14982

Size: 5.75 X 8.5 * 324 pages

Synopsis: Fifteen distinguished scientists, representing the main branches of geophysics, present an understanding of a geophysical year.

"The Earth and Its Atmosphere" by D. R. Bates provides a comprehensive overview of the Earth's atmospheric composition, structure, and dynamics, exploring key aspects like the physical properties of the atmosphere, its interactions with solar radiation, the mechanisms driving weather patterns, and the impact of human activities on the atmospheric environment, offering a detailed scientific perspective on our planet's gaseous envelope.

Key points covered in the book:

Atmospheric composition: A thorough analysis of the major gases present in the atmosphere, including their relative abundance and variations across different altitudes.

Atmospheric structure: Explanation of the different atmospheric layers like the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere, and exosphere, highlighting the temperature and pressure gradients within each layer.

Radiation balance: Examination of how solar radiation interacts with the Earth's atmosphere, including absorption, scattering, and emission processes, influencing the planet's temperature.

Atmospheric circulation: Discussion of the global wind patterns, including the Hadley cell, polar easterlies, and jet streams, which drive weather systems.

Weather phenomena: Detailed analysis of various weather events like clouds, precipitation, storms, and fronts, explaining their formation and dynamics.

Climate change: Exploration of the potential impacts of greenhouse gases on the Earth's climate, including the greenhouse effect and its implications.

Atmospheric chemistry: Investigation of chemical reactions occurring in the atmosphere, including ozone formation and depletion, and the role of pollutants.

Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (with minor wear and tear) is included. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear.

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